Australia's independent guide to weight loss medication
Compare all 6 TGA-approved medications, 10+ telehealth providers, costs, and eligibility criteria. Evidence-based. Doctor-reviewed. Updated monthly.
All TGA-approved weight loss medications
Sorted by effectiveness. Prices checked 2026-04-03.
| Medication | Type | Avg. weight loss | Monthly cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mounjaro | Weekly injection | ~21% | $350–$500 | Available |
| Wegovy | Weekly injection | 15–17% | $400–$460 | Available |
| Duromine | Daily tablet | 5–10% | ~$100 | Available |
| Contrave | Daily tablet | 5–10% | ~$300 | Available |
| Xenical | Daily tablet | 3–5% | ~$80 | OTC available |
| Ozempic | Weekly injection | ~15% | $130–190 | Diabetes only |
Key updates for 2026
Wegovy PBS listing pending
PBAC recommended PBS listing in January 2026 for patients with BMI ≥35 + CVD. Price negotiations underway.
Read more →Ozempic off-label ban continues
New off-label Ozempic prescriptions for weight loss remain restricted since October 2024.
Read more →Compounded GLP-1s still banned
Compounding pharmacies cannot produce semaglutide or tirzepatide replicas. TGA-approved options only.
Read more →Which medication is right for me?
Answer based on your primary goal.
Maximum weight loss
Mounjaro produces ~21% avg weight loss — more than any other available medication. Weekly injection. $350–500/month.
Mounjaro guide →Best evidence + heart benefits
Wegovy has 15,000+ trial participants and proven 20% cardiovascular risk reduction. PBS listing pending.
Wegovy guide →Cheapest / short-term kickstart
Duromine is ~$100/month for up to 12 weeks. Good as a starting point before transitioning to long-term options.
Duromine guide →Emotional eating / cravings
Contrave targets the brain's reward pathways. Best for people whose weight is driven by cravings and emotional eating.
Contrave guide →Compare telehealth providers
10+ providers reviewed independently. Sorted by consultation cost.
| Provider | Consult cost | Model | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Weight Loss Clinic | $49 | Pay per consult | Yes |
| Qoctor | $59.99 | Pay per consult | e-script |
| InstantScripts | $89 | Pay per consult | Yes |
| Juniper | $99 | Subscription | Yes |
| Hub Health | Included in subscription | Subscription (bundled) | Yes |
| Aussie Scripts | Response within 15 minutes | Pay per consult | Yes |
Free tools
BMI calculator
Calculate your BMI and see which medications you may be eligible for.
Eligibility checker
Answer 5 questions to see your personalised medication options.
Cost calculator
Estimate your monthly and annual cost by medication.
Side effect checker
Week-by-week side effect timeline for each medication.
Essential guides
Am I eligible?
BMI thresholds, comorbidities, and criteria by medication.
Read →How much does it cost?
All medications priced with annual estimates.
Read →PBS update 2026
Wegovy PBS listing status and eligibility.
Read →What are GLP-1 medications?
How the most effective weight loss drugs work.
Read →How to get prescribed
Step-by-step via GP or telehealth.
Read →Your first month
Week-by-week expectations.
Read →Why trust this site?
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Updated monthly
Pricing data checked monthly. Regulatory changes tracked and published within 24 hours.